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Time of India
07-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Muhammad Waseem named ICC Men's Player of the Month after historic series win over Bangladesh
Muhammad Waseem (ICC Photo) NEW DELHI: UAE captain Muhammad Waseem has been crowned the ICC Men's Player of the Month for May 2025, following a string of match-winning performances that led his team to a historic T20I series victory over Bangladesh. This marks Waseem's second Player of the Month award, his first coming in April 2024. The 29-year-old batter outshone Scotland's Brandon McMullen and USA's Milind Kumar to claim the honour. 'I am delighted to win the ICC Player of the Month award for the second time,' Waseem said, dedicating the award to his teammates, support staff, and fans. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Waseem led from the front, amassing 145 runs across three T20Is at a blistering strike rate of 166.66. After scoring 54 in the series opener, he followed up with a match-winning 82 off just 42 balls to power UAE to their first-ever win over Bangladesh. The UAE went on to clinch the series 2-1 in Sharjah. Virat Kohli's love for 'dhaba' food, priority for family & more | RCB bus driver shares stories He also contributed significantly in ODIs, scoring 169 runs in five matches at an average of 33.80, rounding off a prolific month. Calling the victory a testament to UAE cricket's growth, Waseem praised the youngsters in the squad and emphasised the team's ambition to challenge top-tier nations regularly. 'Our aim is now to continue our progress and make our presence felt in major international events,' he added. The achievement marks a major milestone for UAE cricket, showcasing the team's rising stature on the global stage.


India Gazette
14-05-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
Mehidy Hasan Miraz wins ICC Men's Player of the Month for April
New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Bangladesh's ace all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz has been named the ICC Men's Player of the Month for April, according to the official ICC website. Miraz won the prestigious award over pacers Blessing Muzarabani and Ben Sears, becoming only the third Bangladeshi player to win the ICC Men's Player of the Month title, following Mushfiqur Rahim and Shakib Al Hasan. This marks Miraz's first time receiving the award. 'It's an incredible honour to win the ICC Men's Player of the Month. The ICC Awards are the ultimate recognition for any cricketer, and to receive this from a global vote means a lot to me,' Mehidy Hasan Miraz said in response to the accolade. He continued, 'Moments like these remind me of my journey -- being named Player of the Tournament in the 2016 ICC Under-19 World Cup was a massive encouragement early in my career, and this award feels just as special.' 'I am truly delighted. This award will be a big source of inspiration for me to keep giving my best and contributing to Bangladesh's success on the world stage. As cricketers, we dream of making an impact and bringing joy to our fans. Recognition like this from the ICC motivates me to keep pushing harder and performing consistently for my country. I want to thank my teammates, coaches, and the fans -- this award belongs to all of them too,' Miraz added. The 27-year-old all-rounder displayed exceptional form during Bangladesh's series against Zimbabwe, accumulating 116 runs in two Tests at an average of 38.66 and claiming 15 wickets at an average of 11.86. In the first Test at Sylhet, Miraz impressed with the ball, taking back-to-back five-wicket hauls. He claimed figures of 5/52 in the first innings and 5/50 in the second innings, although Zimbabwe ultimately secured a three-wicket victory. The second Test was memorable for Miraz, who excelled with both bat and ball. After Zimbabwe was dismissed for a modest total in the first innings, Miraz scored an impressive 104 off 162 balls, anchoring Bangladesh's batting effort. He followed this up with another five-wicket haul, taking 5/32 in Zimbabwe's second innings, as Bangladesh won the match by an innings and 106 runs in Chattogram, levelling the series .(ANI)


Time of India
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Mehidy Hasan Miraz wins ICC men's player of the month award for April 2025
Mehidy Hasan Miraz Bangladesh's Mehidy Hasan Miraz claimed the ICC Men's Player of the Month award for April 2025, beating Zimbabwe's Blessing Muzarabani and Ben Sears. This marks his first Player of the Month honor, making him the third Bangladeshi after Mushfiqur Rahim and Shakib Al Hasan to receive this recognition. The 27-year-old all-rounder demonstrated exceptional performance in the Test series against Zimbabwe, accumulating 116 runs at an average of 38.66 and capturing 15 wickets at an impressive average of 11.86 across two Tests. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! "It's an incredible honour to win the ICC Men's Player of the Month. The ICC Awards are the ultimate recognition for any cricketer, and to receive this from a global vote means a lot to me," Miraz stated. "Moments like these remind me of my journey — being named Player of the Tournament in the 2016 ICC Under 19 World Cup was a massive encouragement early in my career, and this award feels just as special." "I am truly delighted. This award will be a big source of inspiration for me to keep giving my best and contributing to Bangladesh's success on the world stage. As cricketers, we dream of making an impact and bringing joy to our fans. Recognition like this from the ICC motivates me to keep pushing harder and performing consistently for my country. I want to thank my teammates, coaches, and the fans — this award belongs to all of them too." Quiz: Who's that IPL player? In the first Test at Sylhet, Miraz showcased his bowling prowess with consecutive five-wicket hauls. He secured figures of 5/52 in the first innings and 5/50 in the second innings, although Zimbabwe managed to secure a three-wicket victory despite his efforts. Virat Kohli retires from Test cricket after 14 years The second Test in Chattogram proved to be particularly memorable for Miraz. He contributed significantly with both bat and ball, scoring 104 runs off 162 balls in Bangladesh's first innings. His batting performance was complemented by another five-wicket haul in Zimbabwe's second innings, where he recorded figures of 5/32. This all-round performance helped Bangladesh level the series with a commanding victory by an innings and 106 runs. Miraz's exceptional performance in the World Cup 2023 against Afghanistan had previously earned him the Player of the Match award, demonstrating his consistency across different formats and competitions. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.

Int'l Cricket Council
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Int'l Cricket Council
ICC Men's Player of the Month for April 2025 announced
Miraz was understandably elated after hearing the news. "It's an incredible honour to win the ICC Men's Player of the Month. The ICC Awards are the ultimate recognition for any cricketer, and to receive this from a global vote means a lot to me," the all-rounder stated. "Moments like these remind me of my journey — being named Player of the Tournament in the 2016 ICC Under 19 World Cup was a massive encouragement early in my career, and this award feels just as special. "I am truly delighted. This award will be a big source of inspiration for me to keep giving my best and contributing to Bangladesh's success on the world stage. As cricketers, we dream of making an impact and bringing joy to our fans. Recognition like this from the ICC motivates me to keep pushing harder and performing consistently for my country. I want to thank my teammates, coaches, and the fans — this award belongs to all of them too." The 27-year-old showed excellent form against the touring Zimbabwe, finishing with 116 runs in two Tests at an average of 38.66 and 15 wickets at an average of 11.86. In the first Test at Sylhet, he was in good touch with the ball and took back-to-back five-wicket hauls. He picked up 5/52 in the first innings and 5/50 in the second innings to keep the hosts in the contest, even though Zimbabwe eventually overcame the onslaught to secure a three-wicket victory.

Int'l Cricket Council
15-04-2025
- Sport
- Int'l Cricket Council
ICC Men's Player of the Month for March 2025 revealed
Iyer was a key factor in India's 2025 Champions Trophy campaign, playing a key role in the middle-order. He helped India progress through the middle overs with his masterful stroke-play and his knack for anchoring the innings and forging crucial partnerships played a vital role in steering his side through a victorious campaign. On winning the accolade, Iyer said: "I'm truly honored to be named the ICC Men's Player of the Month for March. This recognition is incredibly special, especially in a month where we lifted the ICC Champions Trophy — a moment I will cherish forever. "Being able to contribute to India's success on such a big stage is something every cricketer dreams of. I'm grateful to my teammates, coaches, and support staff for their unwavering support and belief. "A heartfelt thank you to the fans as well — your energy and encouragement keep us going every step of the way."